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Data: 13/05/2011
This field-based position contributes to the vision and mission of the organization by being responsible for managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Africa regional strategic plan. Key responsibilities include managing and developing regional field staff, financial resources, partnerships and fund raising efforts for achievement of the strategic plans of Medical Teams International and the Africa region. Report on and represent Medical Teams International's Africa regional programs with support from the HQ-based Africa Deputy Regional Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Lead the development and oversee the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the three year Africa regional strategic plan and country strategic plans, including identification of priority countries, programs, teams, GIK, and fundraising strategy.
• Lead the management planning and decision making for regional direction.
• Work with field leadership team and staff to ensure vision alignment and supervise implementation of all regional programs for planned results.
• Develop thorough knowledge of region, partners and programs.
• Give guidance to the to support regional activities.
• Develop regional disaster assessment and response capacity of Medical Teams International country program staff in collaboration with the Manager of Emergency Relief.
• Collaborate with the Disaster Response Group in regional relief operations.
• Develop annual workplans in consultation with Country Directors.
• Develop, monitor, and assess partnership development and capacity building in coordination with the Africa Deputy Regional Director.
• Facilitate cross-regional networking between partners and other NGOs.
• Review monthly country reports as prepared by the Country Directors.
• Submit quarterly reports on regional progress and outcomes.
• Oversee budget planning and review financial reports in collaboration with the Africa Deputy Regional Director, Country Directors/Managers, and/or partners.
• Ensure accountability and effective stewardship of all financial resources.
• Support department budget planning.
• Identify and access local funding opportunities as well as institutional fundraising such as USAID to support regional and country strategic plans.
• Assist in developing and managing grant-funding proposals in collaboration with the Africa Deputy Regional Director, Technical Services staff and Resource Development.
• Manage Country Directors/Managers in Africa.
1.Review well-defined job descriptions and annual performance goals and plans
2.Complete annual performance appraisals
3.Manage and develop regional field leadership team
4.Oversee program activities and facilitate communications and cross-learning among the regions.
• Work with the HQ Africa Deputy Regional Director to effectively recruit and retain regional staff.
• Assess and ensure adequacy of staffing strategies to support quality projects
• Meet or consult regularly with direct reports; mentor and support the development of the regional leadership team.
• Serve as agency liaison and advocate for the region’s programs internally and externally.
• Visit priority countries in the region to cultivate and develop partnerships, network with donors, assess potential new partners, and represent Medical Teams. International to appropriate government officials and other organizations.
•Represent and communicate the work of Medical Teams International and ensure appropriate networking and linkages with other health agencies, practitioners, like-minded agencies and forums within the Africa region.
•Provide excellent customer service in all contacts with applicants, volunteers, colleagues and the general public.
•Other duties as assigned.
Desired Minimum Qualifications
Required:
• M.A. in relevant field or equivalent combination of academic preparation and field management experience most likely obtained by serving as a Country Director in at least 2 settings.
• Minimum 5-8 years progressively responsible leadership experience in international relief and development with at least 2 years experience working in Africa.
• Demonstrated success acquiring resources for relief and development programs.
• Experience leading programs funded by institutional donors.
Preferred:
• Valid passport.
• Previous successful leadership experience with faith-based NGO.
• Experience working in partnerships and/or with volunteers.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills in strategic planning, achieving results, coordinating and supporting a diverse team, mentoring, and staff development.
• Demonstrated understanding of international humanitarian issues and organizations, and the social development role of Christian groups and churches.
• Knowledgeable about and able to advocate for region, programs, and A
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